Shamrock Cheesecake Fluff
Shamrock Cheesecake Fluff is a light, creamy, and festive no-bake dessert perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any spring gathering. With rich cream cheese, sweet whipped cream, mint chocolate chips, and a cheerful green hue, this treat is as fun to look at as it is to eat!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Electric Mixer
- Spatula
- Serving Bowls
- Refrigerator
Ingredients
Base
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
- ½ cup mint chocolate chips
- green food coloring optional, for festive color
- crushed graham crackers or cookies optional, for topping
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream or whipped topping using a spatula until light and fluffy.
- Stir in mint chocolate chips evenly throughout the mixture.
- If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring and mix until you achieve your preferred shade of green.
- Spoon the fluff into individual serving bowls or a large dessert dish, smoothing the tops.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Before serving, top with crushed graham crackers or cookies for added crunch.
- Serve cold and enjoy your festive Shamrock Cheesecake Fluff!
Notes
To make it lighter, use reduced-fat cream cheese and sugar substitutes. For a vegan version, use dairy-free cream cheese and coconut whipped cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.